How I Make Stickers: The BEST First Product for Artists

[@godahlrogue8587]

Watching the video early and commenting for the engagement, but someone's having a screaming fit at my workplace so im definitely going to have to rewatch this to absorb this.

[@CharacterDesignForge]

oh gosh I hope they stop having a screaming fit! Thanks Godahl

[@lioedevon4275]

dshjdhsjh May I ask the context?

[@godahlrogue8587]

@@lioedevon4275 i work at a grocery store, and they recently opened a drinking bar right behind the space where i work, and i guess someone had too much and started having a bad time! I dont know what he was yelling about exactly; i try to ignore this kind of thing when it happens if it doesnt concern me, but it was pretty weird!

[@lioedevon4275]

@@godahlrogue8587 shsjsh that sounds terrible, hopefully nobody else comes into the store from the bar- thx for sharing!

[@salvidomum5287]

OK real talk, sticker making has always been a mystery to me and I'm so glad there's a company you trust cause that is really reassuring for me to some day venture into that merch land. Also all of these stickers are absolutely adorbs

[@AzureSomething]

My question for next week's video: How should an artist determine the monetary value of their time/skill when it comes to commissions? I'm a long ways off from something like that, but it is something I'd like to know more about just in case.

[@flintartstudio]

Stickers is actually a good idea. I'm interested in making some form of physical 2D item for my artwork and stickers is a fun way to start. Your cast of characters look cool on that cup.

[@doublezero3110]

For the questions, what is the best way to start making art professionally? Like, for studios or freelancer jobs? How do you reach out to those that have a demand?

[@sleepdeprivedstudios8002]

also really interested if Brookes has a response to this? Most people I ask just tell me to just keep drawing and eventually you'll have people asking for art commissions, but that doesn't seem sustainable enough to make a living out of. Same with doing art on places like redbubble or shopify, where, unless you already have a following, you likely won't earn enough.

[@thelostmessenger]

@@sleepdeprivedstudios8002 huh, haven't thought of that. Good points all around

[@salvidomum5287]

Um excuse me but I *AM* upset about sponsorship in this year of our lord 2021 (THIS IS A JOKE THIS IS A JOKE WE STAN BROOKES)

[@CharacterDesignForge]

how DARE you do the thing that like every other channel does when a relevant offer comes along

[@ParadoxFree]

I'm so glad he mentioned using the stickers for more than just selling them, because that's definitely what I've wanted for a while.

[@feanaro2712]

I had never thought about what a difference material quality could make for stickers. Just one example of the new information I got out of this video. I may never become a shopkeeper, but this was still really interesting to watch and learn from.

[@frisbyart]

I was recommended this video to start off with, and I glad someone linked it because this was actually really helpful. I wanted to start off with shirts and possibly pins, but you informed me so much regarding what I’d be spending and what I’d need and such.

[@DennerBob]

Stickers are a great first product! My first customers have been really loyal to pick up new designs as I've released them, and the ease of producing stickers helps make things like subscriptions or just frequent new releases to keep people interested a lot easier too.

[@irarelygooutside]

ive been thinking about making stickers for a while now! this must be a sign to go for it lol

[@TonyTylerDraws]

I just opened a print on demand T-shirt shop but I'm not impressed with their stickers. So this is very useful.

[@kakao-katze]

Wait, I just had some stickers I ordered arrive today. Once again, you are a wizard. also, I've been meaning to make my own stickers for awhile, thanks sharing this with us!

[@fosterturtle]

Thanks so much for pointing us in that direction Brookes! I may end up using this in the distant future to sell stickers of characters from the game I am making! Always love the content, you create such a warm and cozy environment that has influenced the way I approach content! - Foster

[@missoli]

me: * just bought an expensive printer to make stickers * :')

[@PlaidDin]

Get a large transparent tape and a spatula for bubbles. Then cut 'em with a metal cutter knife. That's how I made my low cost stickers, sold at a furry convention, protected against some wetness and grime, at least. Vinyl is nice, but being able to print whatever sillyness guilt-free ain't a crime :)

[@sulfurfox8644]

I bought a fucking cricut because I thought I could make stickers with it. Boy was I wrong.

[@gortozastudios]

@@sulfurfox8644 wait why were you wrong about using a cricut? Doesn’t it get used to cut out the stickers?

[@kidubro8150]

@@gortozastudios i think he thought that would print stickers also🤣

[@sulfurfox8644]

@@kidubro8150 yeah exactly that, I thought the circuit could print stickers. I should have done more research to realize that its main purpose is to cut things... I've had this thing for almost two years now and I've only made is vinyl cut stickers. The one thing this is best for is quickly making mothers/fathers/valentines day cards.

[@ArtParlor]

dang! The prices on Sticker App are actually way better than I imagined! Thanks for sharing this Brookes!

[@jofresh9461]

gasp this is so cool :O so with the holographic ones you can choose what parts should be shiny? o i need to try this out best and most genuine art channel on yt honestly. it's helped me so much with my art over the years, both technically and on a mentality/mindset level, and i love how you only sponsor products you actually believe in.

[@percyfrippet4988]

I'm so glad I happened across your account! I've been watching so many of your videos and it's really been helping me narrow some things down and getting me in the mood to try different things for this graphic novel I'm writing. ✏️🙌🏼

[@SirMasi]

I'm amazed by the quality/cost ratio of vinyl stickers! You're totally right that this is the merch with the lowest barrier to entry 😁.

[@sylvanshroom]

Great video Brookes!! I love how your vids span a wide range of artist experiences/levels :) Question for the final vid: Which product type is the best/most worthwhile to really invest a lot of time/work into? Is it relatively proportional to the cost of making them or no?

[@godahlrogue8587]

One more thing: Glangor doing pushups = 🤩🤩🤩

[@snickers.]

Awesome video as always Brookes!!

[@weissmachtbunt4425]

I'd be really interested in how to actually do the math for the cost of your products, like I know (some) of the different factors: how much % does the website I sell it on charge? How much does shipping cost? And leaving room for sales. But I'm still afraid that I accedentially over- or under charge. I'm aware that there will be no universal answer but I thought maybe you have a tip or a rule of thumb

[@gsvproductions8171]

Question for next weeks video: For years I've been printing my art on high quality photo paper using my home printer whenever I've given art as gifts to friends, or even when I've printed stuff for myself, but how to I go about having prints of my art made up in bulk? (Like if I was going to sell art at a convention for example)

[@kupotenshi]

CatPrint is a good service for bulk printing if you live in the USA

[@sigspearthumb3904]

I can actually answer that for you because my mother did that years ago. You simply get in contact with a printshop. My mother used FedEx Office because they were available at the time and were good quality but there are other options. Whoever you contact should be able to get you a price for a minimum amount of prints. Mind that prices vary, quality varies, and quantity varies. Finding the right print shop for the job usually involves already knowing one. But if you are looking for one; I remember my father's advice at the time. Find a couple print shops that look promising, ask for 2 prints from each one and compare between them. If you see inconsistency between the same shop you might not want to order a bulk amount. Otherwise it's down to personal preference and budget from there on out. To summarize, what you should be looking for in a print shop for bulk orders: Price per amount, Quality, Consistency, Quantity, and the Time needed to print those out. After all if you need 100 prints by Tuesday but they won't have them done by that day or before that. It won't do you any good will it? Hope this helps you find what you need!

[@gsvproductions8171]

@@sigspearthumb3904 Thank you so much for the advice, this is exactly the kind of answers I was looking for!

[@Chill1332]

I have been thinking of doing this for quite awhile. But good to know a reliable company to do it with!

[@HaywireRuckus]

Shopkeeper question time! When it comes to making art for products (be they stickers, t-shirts, prints etc), how might one go about deciding what to draw? I have a fear of going too generic or too niche, so any tips would be greatly appreciated! Additionally, what would your advice be regarding setting up a table at a convention? How best could someone show off the USPs of their art to passers-by, keep everything laid out clearly, and/or economise on space etc? Thanks in advance if you answer these Brookes! Great video as always, and I look forward to the next one :D

[@poocky100]

I liked and subbed. I’m gonna make stickers as I cannot afford to outsource. If I make enough I’ll put that into outsourcing later on. Thanks for the vid

[@dynamicsketch]

I would like to get a table at a con one of these days (especially after this pandemic). Stickers sound pretty cool and the service you mention seems pretty good if the quality of the stickers are as well as you say they are. What I wonder if I were to produce stickers of my own characters would I be selling these stickers or just handing them out?

[@team4za621]

Thank you for you help!

[@nokostunes]

i was literally thinking about this just a few hours ago!!!

[@stratovolcano7813]

This is a rlly cute idea 💕

[@deathcrave3021]

Watching your videos lately is making me want to make things I have zero experience in... so thanks for that I guess... But seriously stickers seem like a perfect addition for almost any convention booth be it for Comics or even Movies or Games. And the suggestion of using them for Table top Games is pretty amazing as well. I now need to go make my own custom Shop Keeper for one of my own stories...

[@ghosthead3133]

that's pretty cool looking

[@fmbray_]

I never really thought about stickers for my artwork because people might not buy them. I've always been wary about print on demand stuff mostly because of the quality. If you really recommend stickerapp though, I might look into it.

[@VinylSkillz]

Good advice. Sticker it is!!

[@Mjumiman]

I didn't know those stickers could be so hardy (I'm used to stickers peeling off after a while)! May actually give this a try sometime, even if just for personal use

[@shinypigeongames]

I would love to learn more about the enamel pin process. I have quite a few questions about this and was wondering if this is something that I'd be able to chat with you about? I dunno if that would fall into something like one of your coaching calls or if you'd be willing to discuss via email 🤔 Thanks!

[@moonfox4990]

What apps could i use to design stickers on SAMSUNG ,, that is friendly to my college student pocket ??

[@p3kittyopa07]

hi can you make a tutorial about creating a game immersive dual series if you can not now

[@CharacterDesignForge]

What is this question?

[@p3kittyopa07]

@@CharacterDesignForge tutorial about two characters with a mechanic

[@CharacterDesignForge]

@@p3kittyopa07 its still very difficult to understand what you are asking. Can you write complete thoughts please?

[@p3kittyopa07]

@@CharacterDesignForge ok it would be cool if you made a follow up to how to design a character (in a video game) but with a twist designing two characters with a game mechanic to it ok...

[@Catpuff818]

Me: I'm gonna make ensemble pins!! Brooke: (Hold Up) perhaps try this first. Me: ah thanks Brooke!

[@godahlrogue8587]

Okay, i have a shopkeeper question for the upcoming video! When is an appropriate time to open up an online shop for your work? In my case, a lot of my art is intended for physical media (card games and such) but i havent really done very well in terms of building an audience (at least partly due to inexperience--im still relatively early on in my art journey compared to a lot of people). Is it possible to jump the gun by too much on this kind of thing?

[@Surkk2960]

Making stickers seems interesting, though I would need to figure out something interesting to put on it first...

[@Jssc_]

If you have characters that could be interesting

[@amrfigueroa]

awww i wish your sticker printer company is also available in my country!!! (i live in the Philippines)... i have always wanted to try printing stickers! thanks for recommending not to do it at home/on my own-- i've been meaning to buy a costly printer for it...

[@faimynth6030]

I didn't realise making stickers was so easy... I was always put off because of the price i assumed it was at... I now know what I'm doing

[@troggie06]

Any further insight when it comes to converting RGB to CMYK? I know Procreate has a CMYK setting now, but the colors look so dull. If using the RGB setting, what’s a good way to convert and still get great color?

[@CharacterDesignForge]

The colors really only look dull because the more saturated colors and certain bright shades like green don't translate- there's still plenty of ways to get a vibrant looking image in CMYK, but you may need to manually choose colors/blending mode layers, or start working in CMYK from the start.

[@CherryBlawesome]

I agree with you about the Print on Demand. It’s absolute 💩. I’ve designed and ordered products from a highly rated POD shop and my critical eye couldn’t un-see that my art was off centre on more than one product. If these were the samples they were sending me, I dread to think what my customers would have received. I simply could not attach my name to the sub-par quality control I received from Print On Demand. The risk is simply too high.

[@CharacterDesignForge]

Exactly! It would reflect so badly on you to your audience- I’d rather source higher quality stuff and order in batches.

[@fossilco.artrelateddocumen331]

Fastest click in the West

[@JustAnotherDingus]

You are so underrated!